Violins
This violin reproduces the Hellier Strad faithfully, although the original is decorated. The back is two piece maple finished with an eye-catching yellow tint. The timbre is light yet compelling.
Size: 4/4
Maker: William Bartruff
Year: 2003
Price: $20000
Joseph Guarnarius del Gesu c. 1742
This violin is a copy of the Heifetz del Gesu of 1742. The finish is a charming orange fading to brown. The violin's back is two piece maple. The tone is dark, and expansive.
Size: 4/4
Maker: William Bartruff
Year: 2006
Price: $20000
A modern copy of the Pingrille Strad with a two piece maple back taken from ancient wood. The grain is tight and even and the violin is completed with a red brown luster. The sound character is compelling, strong and resonant.
Size: 4/4
Maker: William Bartruff
Year: 2006
Price: $25000
This violin has a two piece back with golden varnish. The instrument plays with an enchanting, light sound which still manages to carry well.
Size: 4/4
Maker: William Bartruff
Year: 2008
Price: $25000
This violin is made from two hundred year old wood to ensure a rich, projecting sound quality. This instrument features a single piece maple back with an orange hued varnish.
Size: 4/4
Maker: William Bartruff
Year: 2009
Price: $25000
